Carnegie Museum of Natural History

Behind the Scenes Tour: Ghost Moths, Death’s Heads, and the Devil’s Coach Horse
2026-08-07 18:30 (America/New_York)
When: Friday, August 7, 2026, 6:30–7:00 p.m. and 7:30–8:00 p.m.
Where: Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Tickets: $50, includes admission to Camp Carnegie (21+).
Join Dr. Ainsley Seago, Curator (and Camp Counselor) of Invertebrate Zoology, for a tour of the bug collection as part of Camp Carnegie (21+). Venture off the beaten path an up-close look at our spookiest specimens, walk the halls where Silence of the Lambs was filmed, and learn about the terrifying bug research happening at the museum today. Enjoy this rare opportunity to go behind-the-scenes and ask your questions about museums, bugs, and natural history collections.
Purchase Tickets for Behind the Scenes Tour: Ghost Moths, Death’s Heads, and the Devil’s Coach Horse
Choose your time and purchase your ticket below. Tours meet in the front lobby across from the Admissions Desk and will depart promptly at the tour start time.
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Behind the Scenes Tours are part of Camp Carnegie (21+)! Admission to Camp Carnegie (21+) is included with your Behind the Scenes Tour ticket. All Behind the Scenes Tour participants must be 21 years of age or older.
